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Thank you, Saratoga County Capital Resource Corporation!

Thank you, Saratoga County Capital Resource Committee, for the $3000 grant we received for the Adelphi Street shelter! This generous contribution will help us provide essential support and services to individuals experiencing homelessness in our community. We greatly appreciate your support!   The SCCRC is a local not for profit development company that provides low interest rate… Read More

Thank you, Boxley’s Services!

We want to take a moment to extend our deepest gratitude to Boxley’s Services for their outstanding work and unwavering support in two very important areas for our community. Over the past few months, Boxley’s Services has gone above and beyond, providing urgent cleaning services in response to a flood at Dominic Hollow Apartments caused… Read More

Spotlight on Jerry

Each month RISE recognizes an individual in one of our programs who has made exceptional progress towards meeting their goals. This month our spotlight is on Jerry, a resident in the RISE Progressive Steps Apartment Program. Jerry has been successfully employed through the Ambassador Program, a collaboration between RISE and Universal Preservation Hall.  

Partnership with Saratoga Springs Police Department!

At RISE, we are excited to announce a transformative new partnership with the Saratoga Springs Police Department (SSPD) that aims to strengthen our outreach and engagement services. This collaboration is designed to enhance support for individuals in need and to foster positive relationships between the police and those we serve in our community. The Saratoga… Read More

February 2025 Staff Recognition

Please join us in congratulating the February 2025 Recognition Recipients! Rise to the Occasion Recognition The Rise to the Occasion Recognition is given to individuals who see a need within the agency and go above and beyond to fill that need. Please join us in congratulation Stace Shinn, Director of Facilities, as the February 2025… Read More

Thank you, Kentucky Fried Chicken in Malta!

RISE would like to extend our deepest gratitude to Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) in Malta for their incredible generosity in donating weekly meals to our agency. The Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York contacted KFC in Malta on behalf of RISE about the possibility of a food donation. As a result, Kentucky Fried Chicken… Read More

A Poem by Eliana: “2025”

Elaina, a RISE  Supported Housing resident, shares this dynamic and powerful poem, “2025” in which she expresses her feelings of loneliness. 2025 A new year begins. The ball drops in Time Square. No shock, I’m alone again. It doesn’t matter that I’m not there. Being solitary is nothing new. I recall the places I’ve have… Read More

Spotlight on Matthew

Each month RISE recognizes an individual in one of our programs who has made exceptional progress towards meeting their goals. This month our spotlight is on Matthew, a resident in the RISE ESSHI program. Matthew has been successfully employed through the Ambassadors program, a collaboration between RISE and Universal Preservation Hall.  

Board Member Profile: Christine Marchesiello

Meet Christine Marchesiello, RISE Board Member!   A Wealth of Experience We’re thrilled to introduce RISE Board of Directors’ member, Christine Marchesiello! Christine, who has been on the RISE Board for six years, brings with her a wealth of experience, a deep commitment to community service, and a passion for making a difference. As an… Read More

Thank you, Death Wish Coffee Company!

At RISE, we are incredibly fortunate to have such caring individuals and companies supporting our mission. We want to extend a huge thank you to Death Wish Coffee Company for their ongoing donations of coffee to our Adelphi Street shelter. Their generosity not only boosts the spirits of our shelter guests, but it also provides… Read More